Codice Tour: T123

Id Tour: 15

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The universe of the Republic of Venice, "Repubblica Serenissima" - The Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the secret Prisons

 

Part One

Visit the monuments of Venice, a city of glory and supremacy

We are right in the heart of the city to visit the most famous locations in the history of Venice. The splendour of the thousand-year history of the Republic of Venice flows before us: its civilisation, enlightened government and supremacy over the seas and the Mediterranean nations.

 

Part Two

Cultural visit to the Doge's Palace and access to the ancient Prisons via the Bridge of Sighs

You will enter the Porta del Frumento (Corn Door) on a tour that will take you inside the Doge's Palace, a masterpiece of Gothic art in Venice. The Palace was the symbol, and the centre, of the political and administrative life of the "Repubblica Serenissima" and its power over the seas and the many people of the Mediterranean. Sumptuous governmental rooms, private rooms for the Doge's pleasure, impressive rooms for public justice, rooms for causing fear and imprisoning enemies of the city.

 

Part Three

Visit St. Mark's Basilica and discover its treasures

Venice has always been proud of the affluence of St Mark's Basilica, a perfect reflection of its endeavours and its proximity to the Orient. Here Venetian art is a sumptuous amalgam of Byzantine, Romanesque and Gothic elements in celebration of God and the endeavours of the Republic of Venice. The five domes of Oriental inspiration enclose fabulous treasures: precious white marbles, blue enamels and pure gold mosaics. On the central terrace there are four bronze prancing horses in front of the façade.

 

Highlights

- St Mark's Square (St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, the Bell Tower, the Clock Tower and the Procuratie);
- Santa Maria Formosa
- Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo
- House of Marco Polo and the Malibran Theatre
- Return to St Mark's through the Mercerie, the vital road between Rialto and St Mark's and the city's main shopping district.
- Skip the line and enjoy a guided tour of the Doge’s Palace
- See the residential offices of the Venetian government
- Admire the superb Byzantine, Gothic, and Renaissance architecture
- Discover masterpieces by Tintoretto, Titian, Veronese, and Bellini
- Relive the anguish of prisoners crossing the famous Bridge of Sighs
- Go to the prison where Casanova was incarcerated, and which he later escaped
- Enter St. Mark’s Basilica through the St. Peter’s Door with skip the line access
- Visit the Basilica interior and hear a detailed description of the gold mosaics
- Admire the gem-encrusted Pala d’Oro

 

 

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Periods and Meeting Points

SEASON
From March 25th to November 2nd

Monday
English / Spanish
Tuesday
English / Spanish
Wednesday
English / Spanish
Thursday
English / Spanish
Friday
English / Spanish
Saturday
English / Spanish
Sunday
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MEETING POINT AND DEPARTURE DETAILS

9.15 AM - Campo San Zaccaria 4683/G

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SEASON
From November 5th to March 24th

Monday
English
Tuesday
English / Franch
Wednesday
English / Spanish
Thursday
English / Franch
Friday
English / German
Saturday
English / Franch / Spanish
Sunday
not present

From 26st December to 8st January
From 11st February to 21st February

Monday
English / Franch
Tuesday
English / Franch
Wednesday
English / Spanish / Franch
Thursday
English / Franch
Friday
English / German / Franch
Saturday
English / Franch / Spanish
Sunday
not present

MEETING POINT AND DEPARTURE DETAILS

9.15 AM - Campo San Zaccaria 4683/G

 

Duration

Approx. 4 hours

Guided Tour

Morning

Details

From 25th March to 2nd November

Adults: 123,00 € per person
Children: 100,00 € per person (6-14)
Infant under 6:  free (Infant)

From 5th November to 24th March

Adults: 123,00 € per person
Children: 100,00 € per person (6-14)
Infant under 6:  free (Infant)